Rhododendron 'Royal Ruffles'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 5'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Rhododendron 'Royal Ruffles' plant details

Rhododendron 'Royal Ruffles' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Royal Ruffles'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Royal Ruffles'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender buds open to trusses of ruffled, lavender-pink, edges fading to white in the center.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Here is a regal new hybrid that is bound for greatness! Lavender buds open to pristine white flowers with lavender-pink, ruffled edges, held in compact, formal trusses. A prolific bloomer, 'Royal Ruffles' holds it's many trusses high, like crowns above the sturdy, dark green foliage. ('Mrs. A.T. de la Mare' x 'Purple Lace')